Model G0898 (Mfd. Since 12/19)
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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE
To reduce risk of shock or
accidental startup, always
disconnect machine from
power before adjustments,
maintenance, or service.
Cleaning the Model G0898 is relatively easy.
Vacuum excess shavings, and wipe off any
remaining dust with a dry cloth. Never use com-
pressed air to blow away dust as airborne par-
ticles may be combustible.
The bearings are sealed and pre-lubricated; they
require no lubrication. The only parts that require
lubrication on the Model G0898 are on the track-
ing assembly.
Lubrication
Cleaning &
Protecting
For optimum performance from this machine, this
maintenance schedule must be strictly followed.
Ongoing
To minimize your risk of injury and maintain proper
machine operation, shut down the machine imme-
diately if you ever observe any of the items below,
and fix the problem before continuing operations:
•
Loose mounting bolts.
•
Worn or damaged wires.
•
Any other unsafe condition.
Schedule
•
Check for worn or damaged belt.
•
Clean any shavings and dust from between
platen and belt.
•
Sweep surrounding dust and shavings.
•
Sweep or vacuum dust and shavings from
inside belt compartment and around motor.
•
Clean/vacuum dust off motor.
•
Check drive belt condition and tension
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Page 30).
Weekly/Monthly Maintenance
After Each Use
Lubrication Type .....T28503 or Light Machine Oil
Amount .................................................1-2 Drops
Lubrication Frequency .............................Monthly
To lubricate the tracking assembly, apply 2 drops
of light machine oil to tracking handle (see
Figure
45). Adjust tracking with machine ON to distribute
grease.
To lubricate tracking assembly:
Figure 45. Tracking assembly lubrication
location.
Summary of Contents for G0898
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